How to pronounce penner
Say it like PEN-er. Penner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEN).
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- PEN
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Penner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of penner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PEN-uh.
What does penner mean?
- One who pens; a writer.
Where does penner come from?
From pen + -er.
Words that rhyme with penner
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of penner.
Questions about saying penner
How do you pronounce penner?
Say PEN-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpɛnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in penner?
Penner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEN). Broken into parts: PEN · er.
Is penner pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈpɛnə/ (PEN-uh).